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serious

UK
/ˈsɪəriəs/
US
/ˈsɪriəs/

Translations

seriousadjective
more serious
Comp.
most serious
Super.
UK
/ˈsɪəriəs/
US
/ˈsɪriəs/
sérieuxSens général : important, grave, sincère ou sans plaisanterie.
Tax evasion is a serious offence under the law.
La fraude fiscale est une infraction sérieuse au regard de la loi.
graveEmploi courant pour un état, un problème ou un risque préoccupant.
The doctor said it was a serious condition that needed immediate attention.
Le médecin a dit qu’il s’agissait d’une maladie grave qui nécessitait une attention immédiate.
importantPour indiquer une quantité, un degré ou une intensité élevés.
They invested a serious amount of money in the project.
Ils ont investi une somme importante dans le projet.
Synonyms
grave
earnest
sincere
solemn
important
significant
weighty
thoughtful
intense
Antonyms
frivolous
lighthearted
silly

Definitions

seriousadjective
Demanding careful consideration or application; important and requiring attention.
Tax evasion is a serious offence under the law.
Solemn or thoughtful in character or manner.
She gave him a serious look, indicating that she was not joking.
Significant or worrying because of possible danger or risk.
The doctor said it was a serious condition that needed immediate attention.
Not joking or intended to be funny.
He was serious when he said he would quit his job if things didn't improve.
Considerable in amount, degree, or intensity; substantial.
They invested a serious amount of money in the project.
Showing sincere and earnest intention, commitment, or effort.
She's a serious student who spends hours in the library every day.
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